OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. THE PREDATOR WB924 24” ROUGH CUT WALK BEHIND CUTTER Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Assembly before operating this Operation equipment. Service and Adjustment Rev. 01.22.03 Repair Parts 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND DECALS This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury. Read this manual completely. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet, and throwing objects.
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• Turn off the blades when not mowing. Before leaving the machine, turn off the blades and stop the engine. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Do not operate the mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner or if the mower vibrates excessively.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND DECALS Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc. OD45 – WARNING DECAL D55 – DANGER DECAL D29 – SPINNING BLADE DECAL OPERATING YOUR NEW CUTTER The operation of any cutter can produce foreign objects to be thrown into the eyes, resulting in severe eye damage.
OPERATING YOUR NEW CUTTER (Cont) INTENDED USE This is not a lawn mower. The Predator is designed for cutting overgrown brush, weeds, and other types of organic growth. This unit is capable of clearing small saplings of 1 - 1/2” in diameter or less. PROPULSION The Predator is self-propelled, and is controlled by a “GROUND CONTROL”...
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STOPPING • Bring cutter to a complete stop. • Disengage the blade. • Place transaxle in the “NEUTRAL” position. • Turn key to “OFF” position. • Remove keys to avoid irresponsible usage. CUTTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT • There are two height settings. •...
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BACKING UP • Disengage blade. • Check safety behind you. • Move transaxle into “REVERSE” position. • Activate “GROUND CONTROL” bail. TRANSPORTING • Disengage blade. • Shut off engine and remove keys. • Using 3 persons to lift cutter is recommended. •...
OVERALL ASSEMBLY Some parts are grouped together in the REPLACEMENT PARTS list (i.e. nuts, bolts, washers, etc.) Power Trax Snow Hog TRANSMISSION IDLER CONFIGURATION...
REPLACEMENT PARTS ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION SEE DETAIL ENGINE PULLEY CONFIGURATION T30F FINGER BELT GUIDE 2450* MOTOR BASE WELDMENT NB213Z 1/2-13 NUT 2451* ADJUSTABLE BELT GUIDE NB566 3/8-16 NUT 2418* FRONT GUARD NB107 3/8-16 X 1 1/2 BOLT NB310 1/4-20 X 1/2 SSC BOLT NB182...
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OWNER’S blower fan housing. All cutter parts listed herein may be ordered directly from MANUAL Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer. All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the MODEL NO.